Summer 2027 Intern - Sales & Marketing

Company Description WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in. We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide. This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today. We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level. Join us and let’s shape the future of data. Job Description Explore Your Future in Tech Sales & Marketing Are you a college student looking to gain real-world experience in a fast-paced, innovative industry? Western Digital’s Sales & Marketing Internship Program is your chance to work on impactful projects, build professional skills, and explore career paths in the world of data storage and cloud solutions. This internship is designed for rising seniors (graduating December 2027 – June 2028) who are passionate about business, marketing, and technology. What You’ll Do As a Sales & Marketing Intern, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working on projects that matter. You’ll gain exposure to both strategic and tactical aspects of sales and marketing, including: Conducting market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities. Supporting lead generation and customer outreach efforts. Assisting in the planning of major events like our Global Sales Meeting. Contributing to marketing campaigns across social media, email, and digital platforms. Creating promotional materials, presentations, and competitive intelligence reports. Analyzing campaign performance and sharing insights for optimization. Qualifications Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field. Available for a full-time 12-week internship during Summer 2027. Right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, now or in the future. Skills & Traits: Strong analytical and research skills with an interest in technology and data. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Creative thinker with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Comfortable in fast-paced environments and collaborative team settings. Experience through clubs, sports, or extracurriculars is a plus! Additional Information WD is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available HERE. WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. Salary Range: 23.00-33.00 Business Function: Administration Work Location: Remote Office - Southern California--LOC_WDT_USCA19